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Requirements

A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

Six (6) years’ post-qualification technical engineering experience.

Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician (Pr Tech Eng – Mechanical).

The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence (except for persons with disabilities).

Proven knowledge and experience in mechanical maintenance inspections and relevant standards relating to design, installation, refurbishment, and repair of mechanical infrastructure.

Experience in providing and managing technical advisory 137 services and applying engineering principles and techniques to address engineering challenges.

Knowledge of project management, technical design analysis, research and development, and computer-aided engineering applications.

Competencies required include technical report writing, analytical thinking, decision-making, creativity, customer focus, planning and organising, and people management.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presentation skills.

Ability to work independently and effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.

Proven liaison and networking capability, particularly within cooperative governance and stakeholder engagement environments.

Willingness to work extended hours under pressure and travel extensively across the country, including working away from the office for extended periods.

Duties

Manage and provide technological advisory services and technical support to Technologists, Engineers, and associated professionals in the field.

Ensure adherence to and promotion of occupational health and safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Solve broadly defined technological challenges through the application of established engineering techniques and procedures.

Develop, maintain, and manage current technologies within the operational environment.

Monitor and evaluate technological designs.

Review and update technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technologies.

Ensure quality assurance of technical designs and specifications and make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.

Identify and optimise technical solutions through application of sound engineering principles.

Manage administrative and related functions, including providing inputs into budgeting processes, compiling and submitting reports, and contributing to operational planning.

Develop, implement, and maintain relevant databases.

Manage and supervise technological personnel and related assets.

Mentor graduate interns and register as an ECSA mentor where applicable Conduct research and development activities and undertake continuous professional development to remain abreast of technological advancements.

Liaise with relevant professional bodies and councils on engineering-related matters.

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